2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 216 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
